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Even those more used to the odd motorway dash were touched by the story.

London Fire Brigade Fire Cadets posted: “Great tweet. Hey, with that dramatic introduction into the world, maybe his future career is destined to be with the emergency services! Congrats from @LFBFireCadets!”

And self-confessed grump Tony Shand said even he had been cheered up with the news: “Made me smile, and I’m a grumpy git. Congratulations!”

Barrington Aqualung was one of those who reflected that you never really knew why someone was in a rush: “[My] wife always tells me to be more patient with people driving at speed, as they may be in an emergency. You just proved her point! Glad you’re all doing well :-).”

Perhaps the wisest last word was left to Shaherezade, who tweeted her congratulations and her advice – to next time stay at home and “call the midwife!”